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2006-2007 Dodge Nitro, Jeep Commander and others recall: control unit/module

Daimlerchrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on September 14, 2007. It covers about 296,550 vehicles.

vehicles affected
296,550
reported
Sep 14, 2007
owners notified
Oct 22, 2007
related complaints
277

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module

What is wrong
On certain sport utility vehicles, the software programmed into the ABS electronic control module may allow a momentary delay in braking when coasting up a hill during certain conditions.
Risk
This could cause a crash without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control module with new software that prevents this condition free of charge. The recall began on october 22, 2007. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 07V434000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 277 complaints about brakes problems.

2007 Dodge Nitro2006 Jeep Commander2007 Jeep Commander2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee2007 Jeep Wrangler

Questions about recall 07V434000

Is there a recall on the 2006-2007 Dodge Nitro, Jeep Commander and others control unit/module?

Yes. Recall 07V434000, reported on September 14, 2007, covers about 296,550 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 07V434000?

Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control module with new software that prevents this condition free of charge. The recall began on october 22, 2007. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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